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New Zealand’s BusinessNZ Performance of Manufacturing Index rose to 56.5 in September 2026 from 53.2 in August, signaling a stronger expansion in manufacturing activity. Employment was the weakest sub-index at 51.8, although it remained in expansion and improved from 50 in August. Finished Stocks (59) and Deliveries (58.8) led the gains, while Production and New Orders both rose to 57. Despite the stronger reading, sentiment remained mixed, with 53% of comments being negative. Respondents continued to cite high fuel prices and uncertainty ahead of the election, although others pointed to seasonal activity, pre-Christmas orders, and improving demand. Overall, strength in New Orders, Production, and Finished Stocks suggests manufacturing momentum is building heading into the final quarter of the year.

New Zealand Manufacturing Strengthens in September

South Korea’s import prices rose 17.6% year-over-year in September 2026, accelerating from a 15.6% increase in August. Price gains were led by raw materials, which climbed 39.3%, while intermediate goods prices rose 14.3%. In contrast, capital goods prices fell 1.5% and consumer goods prices edged down 0.4%. By economic sector, mining product prices surged 43.6%. Manufactured goods prices rose 9%, led by a 44.4% increase in coal and petroleum products. Meanwhile, prices of agricultural, forestry, and marine products increased 2.7%. The Import Price Index rose 1.7% month-over-month. The Import Volume Index increased 11.1% year-over-year, while the Net Barter Terms of Trade Index rose 25.4%.

South Korea Import Prices Rise in September

South Korea’s export prices surged 40.9% year-over-year in September 2026, easing from a 42.4% increase in August. Prices of manufactured goods rose 41%, led by a 108.3% jump in computers, electronic and optical equipment. Coal and petroleum product prices also surged 78.2%, while chemical product prices increased 12.8%. Meanwhile, prices of agricultural, forestry, and marine products rose 26.7%. The Export Price Index fell 0.8% month-over-month. The Export Volume Index increased 11.1% year-over-year, while the Export Value Index surged 89.2%. The Net Barter Terms of Trade Index rose 25.4%.

South Korea Export Price Growth Eases in September

The Dow Jones Index gained 560 points or 1.09 percent on Thursday to close at 52182 points. Gains were led by Nike (5.30%), Salesforce (4.57%) and Home Depot (4.25%).

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